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In the name of nature
12 Tage Malaysia (Borneo)
yolo-reisen.de/asien/malaysia/in-the-name-of-nature-2019Malaysia (Borneo)
In the name of nature
Mitten im Malaiischen Archipel war mal viel los. Das Südchinesische Meer, die
Javasee, die Straße von Makassar – da suchten die Kolonialherren ihr
Glück. Ist vorbei. Jetzt haben die wieder Konjunktur, die sich im Urwald versteckt
hielten. Vom Zwergelefant, der Borneo-Goldkatze und dem Sumatra-Nashorn bis zum
Sundra-Nebelparder. Jetzt gehörst auch du dazu.
Seite 2 von 12Leistungen:
= Abenteuerreise mit maximal 16 Teilnehmern
= Jede Reise findet statt
= Englisch sprechende einheimische Reiseleitung in internationaler Reisegruppe
= Unterkunft: 3 x Hotel, 1 x Chalet, 4 x Hostel, 1 x Gastfamilie, 1 Dschungellodge, 1 x Resort
= Transport: Flugzeug, Minivan, Longtail Boot, Boot
= Mahlzeiten: 9 x Frühstück, 5 x Mittagessen, 5 x Abendessen
= Aktivitäten laut Tagesprogramm
= Eintrittsgelder
= 100 m² Regenwald 4 you (Jedem Gast schenken wir im Regenwald von Ecuador ein Grundstück, das Jahr
für Jahr den CO2-Ausstoß seiner Reise kompensiert. Eingetragen auf seinen Namen und auf ewig seins.)
Tagesprogramm:
Day 1
Kota Kinabalu
Selamat datang! Welcome to Borneo, Malaysia. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on
Day 1. If you arrive early, you can immerse yourself in history of this intriguing city between the Borneo
jungle and the South China Sea at the Sabah State Museum. You can also visit the Mari Mari Cultural
Village, or perhaps explore the islands off Kota Kinabalu, excellent for swimming and snorkelling.
Accommodation: Hotel
Optional activities
= Kota Kinabalu - Sabah Museum entrance fee - MYR15
= Kota Kinabalu - Tunku Abdul National Marine Park Snorkeling Trip from Jesselton Jetty - MYR155
Seite 3 von 12Day 2
Dusun Village
Today you will travel by minivan to a Dusun village, nestled amid picturesque hills in the shadow of
imposing Mt Kinabalu, the highest mountain between the Himalayas and New Guinea (approximately 2
hours). The Dusun people, the ethnic group of our guides on Mt Kinabalu, are wonderfully warm and
friendly people, and while here you'll have the opportunity to learn about their way of life and spend a
night in a village. Depending on the weather, you will take a hike through the surrounding fruit and rubber
plantations. Your leader can point you in the direction of the river for a great way to cool off afterwards! To
ensure we share our business around the community, we split up our groups to stay in a couple of different
family homes. All the homes are in waking distance from each other and you will usually have other group
members with you at each home. Enjoy a cultural performance in the village tonight after dinner.
Included activities:
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Homestay
Optional activities:
= Dusun Museum in Tanak Nabalu - MYR5
Day 3
This morning say goodbye to your new friends from the village and travel into the unspoiled wilderness of
the World Heritage-Listed Kinabalu National Park (approximately 1 hour). Take some time to enjoy the
surroundings and prepare for the climb. There are nature trails through the lowland tropical forest and a
Botanic Garden to explore. Otherwise, just relax this afternoon and take in the cooler climate. Your leader
will provide a safety briefing about the climb and assist with any last minute questions. Stay overnight at
Kinabalu Park in a lodge with shared bathrooms. Nestled among the lowland forests, this is the perfect
place to chill-out before the climb.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge
Please Note: We consider the Mt Kinabalu trek to be a huge highlight of the trip. Porters are also available
(at extra cost) and are recommended. If you decide the trek is just not for you, we can provide alternative
arrangements if advised at time of booking. Please note that if you decide not to climb the only meal
included is breakfast. For more information on the trekking alternative please see the 'Itinerary Disclaimer'
section in the trip notes.
Optional activities:
= Kundasang - War Memorial - MYR10
Seite 4 von 12Day 4
Mt Kinabalu National Park
Rise early the next day to begin the climb up Mt Kinabalu. It's not an easy trek as it is uphill all the way, and
you'll need to be prepared to tackle a trail made up of steep steps that vary considerably in size. Altitude
can also affect you regardless of your fitness level, so everyone will take the trek at their own pace. It's
important that you have educated yourself about the dangers of altitude sickness and its symptoms prior to
the climb so you know what to look out for. Ensure you have warm layers, waterproof gloves, hat, head
torch, waterproof jacket and good walking shoes/boots. The top of the mountain can be deceptively cold.
There's no rush, so take your time and enjoy the pristine environment - this is an area that boasts a
remarkable variety of plant life, including some 1,000 species of orchid and the extraordinary carnivorous
pitcher plant. You will cover 6 kilometres on the first day (approximately 4-6 hours) and stop at a resthouse
near Laban Rata (3,272 metres) for the night. The resthouses have very basic, mixed gender, multishare
bunk rooms. Additional blankets can be hired from the park office if you are feeling the chill. Go to bed
early, so you're ready for the final ascent in the morning.
Included Activities:
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Hostel
Day 5
Mt Kinabalu - Poring Hot Springs
Rise around 2am in order to catch the sunrise at the summit of Mt Kinabalu (4,095 metres). It's difficult
walking, but you'll feel a huge sense of achievement once you make it. The view from the summit is
incredible - the jungles of Borneo in one direction, the South China Sea in the other, making every inch of
the climb worthwhile. Be warned though, the temperature can change very quickly up on the mountain, so
bring clothes for all weather conditions. The climb from Laban Rata to the summit takes 2-4 hours and, due
to the altitude, can be hard going even for the very fit. The first section from Laban Rata is along man made
steps passing through vegetation. Once clear of the treeline you will be walking up a series of wooden steps
all the way to the final check point at Sayat Sayat. The window for climbing the summit trail is quite narrow
so climbers need to reach Sayat Sayat check point by 6am to continue and must listen to the instructions of
the mountain guide and leader about continuing - their decision is final when it comes to safety on the
mountain. After Sayat Sayat there is a rope marking the trail all the way to the summit. Waterproof gloves
are recommended to protect your hands from rope burn (as well as to keep them warm). After witnessing
the morning sunrise, return to Laban Rata for a well-earned breakfast, and then descend the mountain
(approximately 3-6 hours) to enjoy a rewarding lunch at the bottom. Once everyone is down from the
mountain you will continue on to Poring Hot Springs by bus (approximately 1 hour). Tomorrow you will be
able to soothe your mountain-weary limbs in pools developed by the Japanese during World War II, where
warm sulphur water - believed to have healing properties for the skin - is piped into several open-air baths.
Depending on the time of year it might be possible to see the Raffelsia flower nearby. Rafflesia's are the
world's largest flower and can grow up to 1 metre in size! Tonight you will stay at a hostel located right
Seite 5 von 12inside the springs complex itself, with a light and airy lounge room for you to relax in. The hostel has single
bunk beds and the bathroom is shared.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Hostel
Day 6
Poring Hot Springs is an ideal place to kick back for a day to recuperate after the Mountain climb. There are
a number of optional activities from which to choose. There are graded paths leading through rich lowland
forest to mountain rivers, waterfalls and bat caves - with birds and other wildlife often seen along the trail.
A walkway in the tree canopy provides magnificent views or there's a visit the enchanting butterfly farm.
You can choose to trek to the lovely Laganan Falls or just laze about in the hot and cold pools.
Accommodation: Hostel
Optional activities:
= Poring Hot Springs - Butterfly Farm - MYR5
= Poring Hot Springs - Canopy Walk - MYR5
= Poring Hot Springs - Orchid Conservation Centre - MYR15
Day 7
Kinabatangan River
Today, journey by private bus into the steamy rainforest to Bilit, a small village on the banks of the
Kinabatangan River (approximately 5 hours). Take a short boat ride to the comfortable jungle lodge where
you'll spend the night. The lodge is located right on the riverbanks and is a good place to spot wildlife. In
the early evening as the sun sets, head out by motorised boat in search of wildlife such as macaques,
orangutan, proboscis monkeys and, if you're lucky, even pygmy elephants. In the evening take a night walk
in search of the western tarsier. Rubber boots and leech socks are available to hire. The lodge tonight is
comfortable with private bathrooms.
Included activities:
Meals included: Lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Jungle Lodge
Seite 6 von 12Day 8
Sandakan
Today take another early morning cruise in search of wildlife. After breakfast, say goodbye to the Jungle
Lodge and hit the road in a private mini van to the coastal city of Sandakan (approximately 3 hours). Along
the way there's the option to stop at the Gomantong caves (additional entrance fee). The caves are
renowned for their valuable swiftlet nests, which are edible and harvested for bird's nest soup. Birds' nest
collection is an ancient tradition, but nowadays locals must have licenses to climb to the roof of the caves
and collect the nests, and penalties are imposed on unlicensed collectors. The nests are particularly prized
in Chinese culture due to their rarity, and supposedly high nutritional value and exquisite flavour. This stop
is also a great chance to spot orangutans swinging among the trees. Arrive in the busy city of Sandakan and
see the strong Cantonese influence, evident in the lively harbourside market, the many Chinese temples
and the local cuisine. Here there is free time to catch up on laundry, internet and banking as well as to
explore the city.
Included activities:
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Optional activities:
= Sukau - Gomantong Caves - MYR30
= Sandakan - Agnes Keith House - MYR15
= Sandakan - St Micheals and All Angels Church - MYR10
= Sandakan - Puu Jih Shih Chinese Temple - Free
Day 9
This morning, leave your large bags at the hotel and walk 15 minutes to a nearby jetty. Travel by speedboat,
past small fishing villages and bamboo fish traps, to Turtle Island Marine Park (approximately 1 hour), where
green turtles come ashore to lay their eggs every night of the year. In the afternoon, there's time for
swimming, snorkelling or some quality time lazing about on the beach of this tropical island. Snorkelling
gear is available for hire. In the evening, be touched by the sight of giant green turtles coming ashore to lay
their eggs under the moonlight, and watch the researchers as they release protected hatchlings and guide
them in their frantic dash to the ocean. It's a moving experience that makes you think more than twice
about trying illegally traded turtle egg delicacies. Beware that this is a very delicate environment and you
must follow instructions from your leader and the local rangers to ensure minimal impact on the turtles.
You will spend the night on the island tonight.
Included activities:
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Seite 7 von 12Accommodation: Chalet
Optional activities:
= Turtle Island - snorkel hire - MYR35
Day 10
Sepilok
After breakfast, return to the mainland (approximately 1 hour), collect your bags, and continue by minibus
to a guesthouse located near the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre (approximately 45 minutes). The
centre was set up to help re-introduce these wonderful creatures back into the wild after a life of
domestication or having been orphaned. From the viewing platform, you can watch and photograph these
charming creatures as they swing into view and eat the supplementary diet of bananas and milk that is laid
out for them twice a day. Human contact must be kept to a minimum and it's essential that you follow the
instructions of the park, as directed by your leader. Also included is a new nursery where you can view
young orangutans as they learn how to climb on a specially constructed jungle gym. The viewing area is
behind one-way glass so as to not disturb the animals. To see more of Borneo's creatures there's the option
to visit the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center. Here rescued Sun Bears that have spent many years
mistreated and locked away in cages are cared for, with hopes of rehabilitation and reintroduction into the
wild. There's also the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary where you can watch up close the amazing
proboscis lazing and feeding - an experience that can only be found in Borneo. A five minutes walk from
your guesthouse is the Rainforest Discovery Centre, which also has a 147-metre long, 28-metre high canopy
walkway with spectacular views of rainforest giants. Your accommodation is located about 10 minutes walk
from the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
Included activities:
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation: Resort
Optional activities:
= Labuk Bay - Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary (including transport) - MYR120
= Sepilok - Rainforest Discovery Centre - MYR15
= Sepilok - Bornean Sun Bear Centre - MYR30
= Sepilok - Night walk - MYR50
Seite 8 von 12Day 11
Kota Kinabalu
In the morning get some insight into the Sandakan's past at the emotive War Memorial, built on the site of
a Japanese POW camp. This site also marks the starting point of the tragic Sandakan Death Marches, on
which 2,400 POWs were forced to walk through the jungles of Borneo. By the end of the march, only 6
Australians survived, and only because they had escaped. We then transfer to Sandakan airport and fly to
Kota Kinabalu (approximately 1 hour). The flight usually gets back in the afternoon, so the rest of the day is
free for your own activities. Do some last minute shopping at the large shopping centres or take a wander
down to the night market to pick up something more local. You'll end this colourful Sabah Adventure with
an optional final group meal.
Included activities:
Melas included: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Please note: The maximum check in luggage allowance for today's flight is 15kg.
Excess weight will incur an extra cost to the traveller, payable to the airline
Day 12
Kota Kinabalu
Your adventure comes to an end today. There are no activities planned and you are able to depart the
accommodation at any time. If you are staying in Kota Kinabalu longer, then there are some additional
activities that your leader can assist with booking. It's best to pre book these activities with your leader on
Day 1. There's a scuba dive trip from Manukan Island to see the wonderful underwater world of Borneo, or
an optional fun, interactive and educational visit to Mari Mari Cultural Village to see how indigenous ethnic
groups of Borneo used to live.
Meals included: breakfast
Optional activities:
= Kota Kinabalu - Mari Mari Cultural Village - MYR180
= Kota Kinabalu - Tunku Abdul Marine Park Scuba diving 2 dives - MYR335
= Kota Kinabalu - Tunku Abdul National Marine Park Snorkeling Trip from Jesselton Jetty - MYR155
= Kota Kinabalu - Cycling day trip (min 2 passengers) - MYR180
Unterkünfte auf deiner Reise:
During the trip you might stay in the following accomondation. Please note that, depending on
availabilities, these may vary from departure to departure.
Seite 9 von 12Day 1 Dreamtel Hotel (http://www.dreamtel.my/)
Day 2 Homestay
Day 3 Rock Hostel (https://www.mountkinabalu.com/stay/kinabalu-park/rock-hostel)
Day 4 Laban Rata Rest House (https://www.mountkinabalu.
com/stay/laban-rata/laban-rata-resthouse)
Day 5 Serindit Hostel
Day 6 Serindit Hostel
Day 7 Bilit Adventure Lodge (http://www.stwadventure.com/home.php)
Day 8 Sandakan Hotel
Day 9 Selingan Island Resort
Day 10 Sepilok Jungle Resort (http://www.sepilokjungleresort.com/index.php)
Day 11 Dreamtel Hotel
Day 12
Important Notes
= Climbing Mt Kinabalu is a challenge that shouldn't be underestimated. Elevation is above 2800m and we
rise early to summit in the dark in order to be able to witness the sunrise. It's an unforgettable climb for
sure, but you'll need to have an excellent level of fitness to complete it.
= There are strict luggage limits of maximum 7kg for carry on and 15 kg for check in luggage on our internal
flight. Excess luggage will incur extra fees payable to the airline. Packing light is recommended anyway - it
means less to carry on and off transport and accommodation.
= You will get to experience a wide range of accommodation types on this trip – shared dormitory rooms in
hostels, a homestay, guesthouses, jungle lodge and hotels. Some may be a little more basic than our
standard hotels, but their unique locations and close proximity to nature is what makes them special.
= This trip has a focus on nature and wildlife - definitely one for those who enjoy being outdoors.
= Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's
important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the
country or countries you're visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your
nationality. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon
as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time and costs.
Preishinweise:
= Einzelzimmerzuschlag: 169 €
= Langstreckenflug Frankfurt - Kota Kinabalu und zurück: z.B. mit Singapore Airlines, Emirates oder Etihad
Airlines ab 899 €
= Rail & Fly innerhalb Deutschlands (2. Klasse): Bei Flugbuchung über YOLO inkludiert
= Flughafentransfers zum Starthotel und vom Endhotel zurück zum Flughafen 33 € (Bis zu 2 Personen)
= Vor- bzw. Anschlussübernachtung im Tourhotel Preise pro Nacht und Person (exkl. Frühstück): Vor- und
Seite 10 von 12Anschlussübernachtung im Tourhotel 29 € p. P. im Doppelzimmer und 58 € im Einzelzimmer
= Bitte beachten: Bei Vor- und Anschlussübernachtung ist ein halbes Doppelzimmer nicht buchbar
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